What does the cryptic crossword clue "Stopping cut, power connected (7)" mean?

The definition is "connected". The wordplay uses charade, container. SLICED (synonym of "cut,") + P (synonym of "power") [container: "Stopping"]; definition: "connected" The answer is SPLICED.

Stopping cut, power connected (7)

Guardian Cryptic #28918 | 11 Across | 2022-11-18 flower

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